Kite shield

A kite shield is a Middle Age shield in the shape of a kite. The kite shield was used by many knights and people for protection, but was given up for two-handed weapons and more mobility. The efficiency of the kite shields shields shape came into action when cavalry combat occurred, useful to protect most of the body from the shoulders down to the feet, giving the knight more options in combat.

Kite Shield Media

Иллюстрация из "Энциклопедии оружия" Вендалена Бехайма.
Kite shield on the Bayeux tapestry
Kite shields as depicted on the Temple Pyx
A 15th century depiction of the Archangel Michael with a kiteshield
Reenactors with kite shields

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